Childhood Obesity Increases Early Signs of Cardiovascular Disease

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Childhood Obesity Increases Early Signs of Cardiovascular Disease

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By as early as 7 years of age, being obese may raise a child's future risk of heart disease and stroke, even without the presence of other cardiovascular risk factors such as high blood pressure, a new study found. The results were presented at The Endocrine Society's 91st Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C.

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Tags: Heart, Heart Disease, Coronary Artery Disease, Obesity, Stroke, Disease and Condition, Children's Health

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